Jeff Dunham knows that being a ventriloquist is a tough act to sell. ...more

October 22, 2009

If you are under the impression that opera is a defunct and dying art form, relegated to a few remaining "war horses" both on and off stage, just pay a visit to Freedom Plaza and check out the activity calendars there. While a variety of entertainment has been presented successfully during the past year - everything from bluegrass and blues to Broadway and big bands - programs centered on opera have held their own and then some. ...more

January 28, 2009

The greatest show in South Shore is coming to town. The International Independent Showmen's Association will host its 28th annual Charity Circus on Saturday, with three performances at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. Elephants, aerialists, clowns and more will perform under the Big Top at 6915 Riverview Drive. ...more

January 7, 2009

Here's what I love about Diana Cofield. Someone showed her a Vera Bradley designer bag. Cofield, a purse maker of some repute in these parts, was struck by the resemblance to her own line. ...more

September 6, 2008

Self-discipline, exercise and teamwork are some of the benefits 10-year Carrollwood resident Heather Holloway sees in baton twirling. ...more

May 19, 2008

LAND O' LAKES - Terri Dusek and Tina Gibbons didn't like what they heard. The teacher who coached the majorettes at Pine View Middle School had transferred to Rushe Middle School and, unless someone stepped forward, the majorettes would be no more. ...more

February 5, 2008

Paul Smokov doesn't need radar or other high-tech equipment to forecast a major snowstorm on the prairie. He consults pig spleens. ...more

December 28, 2007